US central bank Federal Reserve leaves rates unchanged
The US central bank has kept interest rates unchanged in a decision that snaps a string of 10 consecutive rate hikes from the Federal Reserve.
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Boyfriend’s charges dropped over backpacker murder
Tobias Moran has had charges dropped after he was accused of murdering his girlfriend, German backpacker Simone Strobel, in 2005 in northern NSW.
Under 19s State of Origin confirmed for July 13
The NRL has scheduled Under-19s State of Origin matches for July 13, with men's and women's fixtures both set to be played at Kayo Stadium in Queensland.
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Gas code promises secure supply at ‘reasonable’ prices
A code of conduct will be imposed on gas producers to avert future price shocks for consumers but the industry fears it could stymie investment in new supply.
Swim coach guilty on all counts after child abuse trial
A jury has delivered 43 guilty verdicts for a former swim coach and Masterchef finalist who abused 11 children at a southwest Sydney swimming school.
Hazlewood fit, targets majority of Ashes Tests
A big selection call looms for Australia as Josh Hazlewood declares himself ready to battle Scott Boland and Mitchell Starc for a place in the first Ashes Test.
Hawk Sicily, Tiger Mansell to appeal AFL suspensions
Hawthorn defender James Sicily and Richmond forward Rhyan Mansell will front the AFL appeals board in attempts to have their respective suspensions overturned.
Flanagan given three-year deal by St George Illawarra
Premiership-winning ex-Cronulla boss Shane Flanagan has been officially confirmed as St George Illawarra's next head coach.
Kyrgios admitted to psych ward after 2019 loss: report
Nick Kyrgios reportedly spent time in a psychiatric hospital after his second-round loss to Rafa Nadal at Wimbledon in 2019 and contemplated suicide.
Man arrested after three found dead in Nottingham
A man has been arrested in the English city of Nottingham after three people were found dead in the city's streets, police say.
Ariarne Titmus pondering future after Paris
Australian swimming star Ariarne Titmus has hinted she will make a decision on her future after the Paris Olympics.
More than 100 dead as boat capsizes in Nigeria
A boat carrying residents returning from a wedding has capsized in northern Nigeria killing more than 100 people.
Kai Taylor follows in mum Hayley Lewis’s glory lane
Like his legendary mum Hayley Lewis, Kai Taylor proved great things happen from lane eight after winning the 200m freestyle to earn a spot at the worlds.
Trump pleads not guilty in federal US documents case
Ex-US president Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to federal criminal charges, with a judge ruling he is not allowed to communicate with potential witnesses.
Pendlebury plays on, McRae inks fresh deal with Magpies
Collingwood have re-signed veteran Scott Pendlebury for next season while Craig McRae has agreed a fresh deal to remain as coach until the end of 2026.
Knights drop Marzhew for missing team bus
Newcastle winger Greg Marzhew has been dropped for this weekend's game for a breach of the club's disciplinary standards.
Eleven killed in Russian strike on Ukraine’s Kryvyi Rih
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has condemned a Russian missile strike on his hometown, which has killed at least 11 people.
Sicily cops three-game ban, Butler cleared for tackle
St Kilda's Dan Butler has had his one-match ban for a dangerous tackle dismissed at the AFL tribunal, but Hawthorn's James Sicily has copped a lengthy ban.
Murder charge for man accused of running over constable
Reagan Ainsley Chown, 23, has fronted a Perth court charged with the murder of a West Australian police officer who was run over and pinned under a car.
Call for justice after damning Vic mental health report
The Victorian government has refused to say whether it will accept recommendations from a damning report into the state's flawed mental health system.
Shane Flanagan set to be appointed Dragons coach
St George Illawarra will unveil Shane Flanagan as their next head coach but the ex-Cronulla boss will not join the Dragons until next season.
Minister Gallagher rejects claims she misled parliament
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher says she did not reveal private information about Brittany Higgins' rape allegations as she denies misleading parliament.
Pickett unavailable for Tigers after facing court
Dual Richmond premiership player Marlion Pickett won't play for the Tigers against St Kilda after facing a Perth court this week.
Robinson, Slater make early exits at El Salvador Pro
The fine margins of the World Surf League's new cut-throat format were on show as the El Salvador Pro claimed a host of big scalps on the first day of action.
Opposition attacks ‘flimsy’ Labor defence over Higgins
The opposition insists Labor weaponised Brittany Higgins' rape allegation but government ministers continue to push back on the claims.
Luke Brooks to leave Tigers, turns down new deal
Luke Brooks will quit NRL club Wests Tigers at the end of this year after turning down a proposed new contract.
Melbourne crush Cronulla and Hynes’s Origin hopes
Star Melbourne duo Cameron Munster and Harry Grant have combined to serve up a 54-10 win over Cronulla, with NSW hopeful Nicho Hynes having an unhappy game.
Hawks’ Sicily, Tigers’ Mansell sent to AFL tribunal
Hawthorn star James Sicily and Richmond's Rhyan Mansell will face the AFL tribunal after being charged with rough conduct.
WA officer dies after being hit by car during an arrest
Constable Anthony Woods, 28, has died from his injuries three days after he was run over and dragged beneath a car while carrying out an arrest in Perth.
Australia beat India to win World Test Championship
Australia have defeated India by 209 runs to win the World Test Championship final at The Oval, with Scott Boland the final-day hero with two key wickets.
Wright kicks five on return as Bombers crush Carlton
Essendon's third-quarter blitz laid the platform as key forward Peter Wright starred on return from injury in a 34-point win over Carlton on Sunday night.